AH-1 Cobra vs AH-64 Apache
| American attack helicopter, distinguished for its service in the Vietnam War, designed for rapid frontline response and anti-armor operation. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Bell |
| First flight | 7 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 1116 units |
| Average unit price | $13 million |
| American attack helicopter, developed during the Cold War, most famous for significant deployments in Gulf War and Afghanistan conflict. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Helicopters |
| Manufacturer | Boeing |
| First flight | 30 September 1975 |
| Year introduced | 1984 |
| Number produced | 2400 units |
| Average unit price | $33 million |
| Wingspan | 13.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 277 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 570 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 6,096 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 8,391 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,579 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,342 kW â—‰ |
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| Wingspan | 14.6 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 17.7 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 293 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 480 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 5,670 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 10,107 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 5,352 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 1,208 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache is faster with a maximum speed of 293 km/h compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 277 km/h, a difference of 16 km/h.
Which has longer range, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-1 Cobra has a longer range at 570 km compared to the AH-64 Apache's 480 km.
Which can fly higher, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-1 Cobra has a higher service ceiling at 6,096 meters (20,000 ft) compared to the AH-64 Apache's 5,670 meters (18,602 ft).
Which is heavier, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 10,107 kg compared to the AH-1 Cobra's 8,391 kg.
Which is larger, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-1 Cobra is longer at 17.8 meters compared to the AH-64 Apache's 17.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache is more expensive at approximately $33 million per unit compared to the AH-1 Cobra at $13 million.
Which entered service first, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-1 Cobra entered service first in 1967, 17 years before the AH-64 Apache which entered service in 1984.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AH-1 Cobra or AH-64 Apache?
The AH-64 Apache has been produced in greater numbers with 2,400 units compared to 1,116 units of the AH-1 Cobra.